Pyusawhti

Pyusawhti was a king of Pagan, Myanmar (Burma), who reigned from 167 to 242 AD according to the Burmese chronicles. He is considered part of the early, semi-legendary history of the Pagan Kingdom.

According to traditional Burmese accounts, Pyusawhti was a descendant of the solar race and was found as a child in a gourd patch by a farmer. He rose to prominence by slaying a large boar and a large bird that were terrorizing the region. His reign is characterized as a period of consolidation and growth for the nascent kingdom.

Historical evidence supporting the existence and specific dates of Pyusawhti's reign is limited, and many scholars view him as a figure of myth and legend rather than a strictly historical personage. While archaeological findings at Pagan confirm the existence of a settlement dating back to the early centuries AD, there is no direct evidence linking these findings to a specific king named Pyusawhti.

The stories surrounding Pyusawhti are important for understanding the development of Burmese historical narratives and the legitimization of later dynasties. He is often seen as a founding figure, embodying the qualities of strength, wisdom, and divine favor.